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Are Airguns Legal in Arkansas?
Yes, with conditions.
Generally legal, but with real rules to follow — usually age verification, and in some places a low-power threshold.
Tier 3 — Moderate
Mainly age verification (typically 18+), with some local variance.
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The picture at a glance
Each measure below scores how restrictive Arkansas is on that part of owning or transferring an airgun, from permissive (green) to firearm-level (red).
ClassificationNot a firearm
Age rule18+ for sales
PossessionFree for adults
Transfer / saleNo state process
TransportNo state rule
PreemptionPartial preemption
The rules in detail
Classification
Not a firearm
Not a firearm under state law.
Age rule
18+ for sales
Industry standard 18+; no airgun-specific statewide age verified.
Possession
Free for adults
Lawful for adults; no permit or registration.
Transfer / sale
No state process
No state-imposed transfer process.
Transport
No state rule
No state-specific transport rules.
Preemption
Partial preemption
Standard firearms preemption; airgun coverage not explicit.
Hunting with an airgun
Explicit deer allowance
Deer
Explicitly allowed
Allowed
Turkey
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Small game
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Predators
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
Other big game
Unresolved / not addressed
Unresolved
This is a plain-language summary compiled from primary statutes and official guidance, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary, so verify the current rules with the relevant authority before buying, selling, or hunting.